Political RnD PodcastCovering Alberta and Canadian politics, current events, policy, and news. Hosted by Robbie Kreger-Smith and Deirdre Mitchell-MacLeanhttps://audioboom.com/channels/4994626
Thu, 28 May 2020 18:27:42 +0000enhttps://images.theabcdn.com/i/34810194.jpgPolitical RnD Podcasthttps://audioboom.com/channels/4994626
yesCovering Alberta and Canadian politics, current events, policy, and news. Hosted by Robbie Kreger-Smith and Deirdre Mitchell-MacLeanPolitical RnD PodcastAudioboomrks@robbiekregersmith.caRobbie Kreger-Smith & Deirdre Mitchell-MacLeanhttps://audioboom.com/channels/4994626.rssepisodicEpisode 43: Money for Nothinghttps://audioboom.com/posts/7593732
3756nofullMark and Deirdre discuss federal wage subsidies for business and non-profits being accessed by political parties and reminisce about the per vote subsidy of not long ago.<div>Mark and Deirdre discuss federal wage subsidies for business and non-profits being accessed by political parties and reminisce about the per vote subsidy of not long ago.</div>Thu, 28 May 2020 18:09:01 +0000tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/829950457Political RnD PodcastPolitical RnD PodcastEpisode 42: WIPA! (Whip it good)https://audioboom.com/posts/7589036
3586nofullWith the reappearance of the Wildrose and the hefty number of former Wildrose MLAs who are not in the leader's circle, how likely is it a third party could enter the legislature via floor crossings? Mark and Deirdre take a walk in la la land in this unfounded and completely speculative episode. (Referenced episode: the one Deirdre forgot to name - 2020 Mark and Max final).<div>With the reappearance of the Wildrose and the hefty number of former Wildrose MLAs who are not in the leader's circle, how likely is it a third party could enter the legislature via floor crossings? Mark and Deirdre take a walk in la la land in this unfounded and completely speculative episode. (Referenced episode: the one Deirdre forgot to name - 2020 Mark and Max final).</div>Fri, 22 May 2020 14:00:57 +0000tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/825823171Political RnD PodcastPolitical RnD PodcastCult Of Personalityhttps://audioboom.com/posts/7587618
3641nofullIf the leader's brand is stronger than the party's, what happens after they leave? Mark and Deirdre ponder the future of both the parties of Harper and May, Kenney's UCP, and way back in the days when red tories weren't forced to vote liberal.<div>If the leader's brand is stronger than the party's, what happens after they leave? Mark and Deirdre ponder the future of both the parties of Harper and May, Kenney's UCP, and way back in the days when red tories weren't forced to vote liberal.</div>Thu, 21 May 2020 02:00:26 +0000tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/824845825Political RnD PodcastPolitical RnD PodcastEpisode 40: No money, mo problemshttps://audioboom.com/posts/7582048
2254nofullMark and Deirdre do a little sleuthing to find out who is easing COVID restrictions - from Germany to New Zealand, Canada to the U.S. - some look great and others look a mess. Bonus feature: how the CFL could still make a play this year...<div>Mark and Deirdre do a little sleuthing to find out who is easing COVID restrictions - from Germany to New Zealand, Canada to the U.S. - some look great and others look a mess. Bonus feature: how the CFL could still make a play this year...</div>Thu, 14 May 2020 13:00:23 +0000tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/820149220Political RnD PodcastPolitical RnD PodcastEpisode 39: They brought the law (and not just one)https://audioboom.com/posts/7580121
2941nofullEmma May and Roger Baker join Deirdre to talk about the politics - and law - of bans. "We're all law-abiding citizens - until we're not," Emma.<div>Emma May and Roger Baker join Deirdre to talk about the politics - and law - of bans. "We're all law-abiding citizens - until we're not," Emma.</div>Tue, 12 May 2020 13:59:43 +0000tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/818888971Political RnD PodcastPolitical RnD PodcastEpisode 38: It's the end of political careers as we know it (and I feel fine)https://audioboom.com/posts/7576534
2947nofullMark and Deirdre take a look at whether crises are good or bad for re-election; the U.S. and Saskatchewan head to the polls this fall, will it be an opportune time to force a federal election next spring? What about BC? And when did Doug Ford find his leadership legs?<div>Mark and Deirdre take a look at whether crises are good or bad for re-election; the U.S. and Saskatchewan head to the polls this fall, will it be an opportune time to force a federal election next spring? What about BC? And when did Doug Ford find his leadership legs?</div>Thu, 07 May 2020 15:16:54 +0000tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/815583274Political RnD PodcastPolitical RnD PodcastEpisode 37: Under Pressurehttps://audioboom.com/posts/7574524
2363nofullEd Whittingham joins Deirdre and Mark to talk about the future of oil and gas post-Covid. Will we see more government money in Canadian energy? Some of us aren't sure there are many other options for the industry right now.<div>Ed Whittingham joins Deirdre and Mark to talk about the future of oil and gas post-Covid. Will we see more government money in Canadian energy? Some of us aren't sure there are many other options for the industry right now.</div>Tue, 05 May 2020 14:02:54 +0000tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/814065571Political RnD PodcastPolitical RnD PodcastEpisode 36: Every rose has its thornhttps://audioboom.com/posts/7570800
2066nofullRobbie and Deirdre welcome the Wildrose back into the Alberta politi-sphere and take a look at how the current, and future, economic/health/social landscape might affect the election chances of a libertarian/separatist movement in the province.<div>Robbie and Deirdre welcome the Wildrose back into the Alberta politi-sphere and take a look at how the current, and future, economic/health/social landscape might affect the election chances of a libertarian/separatist movement in the province.</div>Thu, 30 Apr 2020 14:45:30 +0000tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/810535489Political RnD PodcastPolitical RnD PodcastEpisode 35: Don't go away mad (just go away)https://audioboom.com/posts/7570068
6129nofullMark and Deirdre over-simplify the first year of 26 cabinet ministers in the Alberta government - some should stay, some should get promoted and others should just go away (poo emoji).<div>Mark and Deirdre over-simplify the first year of 26 cabinet ministers in the Alberta government - some should stay, some should get promoted and others should just go away (poo emoji).</div>Wed, 29 Apr 2020 21:07:35 +0000tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/810045478Political RnD PodcastPolitical RnD Podcast2020 04 17 Max And Mark Finalhttps://audioboom.com/posts/7564003
3556nofullMax Fawcett, former Oil Sands Magazine editor, climate change office communications staffer, and pundit joins Mark Taylor and Deirdre Mitchell-MacLean to talk about the future of political parties in Alberta. It's kind of inside baseball without throwing your colleagues under the bus - weird, I know.<div>Max Fawcett, former Oil Sands Magazine editor, climate change office communications staffer, and pundit joins Mark Taylor and Deirdre Mitchell-MacLean to talk about the future of political parties in Alberta. It's kind of inside baseball without throwing your colleagues under the bus - weird, I know.</div>Thu, 23 Apr 2020 05:18:13 +0000tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/805088749Political RnD PodcastPolitical RnD PodcastEpisode 33: The boys are back in townhttps://audioboom.com/posts/7562394
3095nofullThe UCP's anniversary episode with Robbie Kreger-Smith and Deirdre Mitchell-MacLean<div>The UCP's anniversary episode with Robbie Kreger-Smith and Deirdre Mitchell-MacLean</div>Tue, 21 Apr 2020 15:07:54 +0000tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/803861095Political RnD PodcastPolitical RnD PodcastEpisode 32: Failing Our Grandparentshttps://audioboom.com/posts/7558683
2911nofullWe had to have this conversation. It's unpleasant, it's not humourous, but it's important. Mark Taylor and Deirdre Mitchell-MacLean<div>We had to have this conversation. It's unpleasant, it's not humourous, but it's important. Mark Taylor and Deirdre Mitchell-MacLean</div>Thu, 16 Apr 2020 16:06:26 +0000tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/800130610Political RnD PodcastPolitical RnD PodcastDon't stop thinkin' about tomorrowhttps://audioboom.com/posts/7557710
2644nofullIt's not too soon to start talking about an economic recovery because it will happen - eventually.
Professors Trevor Tombe and Blake Shaffer join Deirdre to talk about the economics of recovery, future planning and trying not to step on the toes of other sciences.<div>It's not too soon to start talking about an economic recovery because it will happen - eventually.
<br>Professors Trevor Tombe and Blake Shaffer join Deirdre to talk about the economics of recovery, future planning and trying not to step on the toes of other sciences.</div>Wed, 15 Apr 2020 16:15:22 +0000tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/799328137Political RnD PodcastPolitical RnD PodcastEp30 - You're So Vain, You Probably Think This Podcast is About Youhttps://audioboom.com/posts/7552757
1845yesfullEp30 - You're So Vain, You Probably Think This Podcast is About You by Robbie KS & Deirdre MacLeanDeirdre and Robbie host - we talk about the pandemic response in Alberta compared to other provinces and what happens to the sex toy supply when Denmark says stay at home.<div>Ep30 - You're So Vain, You Probably Think This Podcast is About You by Robbie KS &amp; Deirdre MacLean</div>Thu, 09 Apr 2020 14:43:43 +0000tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/794538814Political RnD PodcastPolitical RnD PodcastEpisode 29: Perfect Imperfectionhttps://audioboom.com/posts/7551569
3483nofullMark Taylor and Deirdre Mitchell-MacLean discuss messaging, media, and how the perfect imperfection of learning through a pandemic is fodder for click bait.<div>Mark Taylor and Deirdre Mitchell-MacLean discuss messaging, media, and how the perfect imperfection of learning through a pandemic is fodder for click bait.</div>Wed, 08 Apr 2020 14:14:12 +0000tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/793783402Political RnD PodcastPolitical RnD PodcastEpisode 28: If it ain't broke, you can spend $1.5 billionhttps://audioboom.com/posts/7550459
3110nofullThe next episode in our isolation series, Mark Taylor and Deirdre Mitchell-MacLean parse out the $1.5 billion dollar investment in TC Energy's pipeline and cross their fingers that the U.S. courts are ready to give approvals.<div>The next episode in our isolation series, Mark Taylor and Deirdre Mitchell-MacLean parse out the $1.5 billion dollar investment in TC Energy's pipeline and cross their fingers that the U.S. courts are ready to give approvals.</div>Tue, 07 Apr 2020 19:21:09 +0000tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/793234036Political RnD PodcastPolitical RnD PodcastIf it ain't broke, you can spend $1.5 billionhttps://audioboom.com/posts/7550435
3110nofullThe next episode in our isolation series, Mark Taylor and Deirdre Mitchell-MacLean parse out the $1.5 billion dollar investment in TC Energy's pipeline and cross their fingers that the U.S. courts are ready to give approvals.<div>The next episode in our isolation series, Mark Taylor and Deirdre Mitchell-MacLean parse out the $1.5 billion dollar investment in TC Energy's pipeline and cross their fingers that the U.S. courts are ready to give approvals.</div>Tue, 07 Apr 2020 18:53:06 +0000tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/793213225Political RnD PodcastPolitical RnD Podcast27: Missing you - empathy and accountability in politicshttps://audioboom.com/posts/7549438
27Missing you - empathy and accountability in politics2981nofullMark Taylor and Deirdre ponder whether certain decisions being made stem from a lack of empathy or accountability (or both). Good times.<div>Mark Taylor and Deirdre ponder whether certain decisions being made stem from a lack of empathy or accountability (or both). Good times.</div>Mon, 06 Apr 2020 18:03:00 +0000tag:audioboom.com,2020-04-06:/posts/7549438Political RnD PodcastPolitical RnD PodcastEpisode 27: Missing you - empathy and accountabilityhttps://audioboom.com/posts/7549434
2981nofullIsolation series: Mark Taylor and Deirdre ponder whether it is a lack of accountability or empathy (or both) in some political decisions these days.<div>Isolation series: Mark Taylor and Deirdre ponder whether it is a lack of accountability or empathy (or both) in some political decisions these days.</div>Mon, 06 Apr 2020 17:58:16 +0000tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/792349510Political RnD PodcastPolitical RnD Podcast26: Ryan Reynolds Resurgencehttps://audioboom.com/posts/7549259
26Ryan Reynolds Resurgence2155nofullMark Taylor joins Deirdre for the start of the isolation series - there's still lots of politics to talk about - maybe more than usual - and who isn't talking about Ryan Reynolds? We could all use more RR. <div>Mark Taylor joins Deirdre for the start of the isolation series - there's still lots of politics to talk about - maybe more than usual - and who isn't talking about Ryan Reynolds? We could all use more RR. </div>Mon, 06 Apr 2020 14:42:27 +0000tag:audioboom.com,2020-04-06:/posts/7549259Political RnD PodcastPolitical RnD PodcastEpisode 26 Ryan Reynolds Resurgence (and politics)https://audioboom.com/posts/7549261
2155nofullMark Taylor joins the Political RnD podcast while Robbie vacations in his basement. Is everyone talking about Ryan Reynolds? Well we should be.<div>Mark Taylor joins the Political RnD podcast while Robbie vacations in his basement. Is everyone talking about Ryan Reynolds? Well we should be.</div>Mon, 06 Apr 2020 14:36:12 +0000tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/792210091Political RnD PodcastPolitical RnD PodcastEpisode 25: Two excited guys, a girl, and a podcasthttps://audioboom.com/posts/7548146
2216nofullUBC Vancouver School of Economics professor Kevin Milligan and legendary Alberta podcaster Stephen Cart (who's done other things) talk federal policy for income assistance during COVID-19<div>UBC Vancouver School of Economics professor Kevin Milligan and legendary Alberta podcaster Stephen Cart (who's done other things) talk federal policy for income assistance during COVID-19</div>Sat, 04 Apr 2020 18:12:07 +0000tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/790847389Political RnD PodcastPolitical RnD Podcast25: Two Excited Guys, A Girl, And a Podcasthttps://audioboom.com/posts/7548137
25Two Excited Guys, A Girl, And a Podcast2216nofullProfessor of Economics Kevin Milligan and legendary Alberta podcaster (who's done other things too) Stephen Carter discuss federal programs available through the Canadian government during the COVID pandemic<div>Professor of Economics Kevin Milligan and legendary Alberta podcaster (who's done other things too) Stephen Carter discuss federal programs available through the Canadian government during the COVID pandemic</div>Sat, 04 Apr 2020 18:02:15 +0000tag:audioboom.com,2020-04-04:/posts/7548137Political RnD PodcastPolitical RnD PodcastEp24 - Good Thing Been Gone So Longhttps://audioboom.com/posts/7514844
2251nofullWe are BAAAACK!!! We talk about the UCP winning their appeal of the Federal Carbon Tax in the Alberta Court of Appeals, and the decision of Teck to withdraw their approval of the Frontier Oilsands mine. And why did someone call the police on Deirdre?<div>We are BAAAACK!!! We talk about the UCP winning their appeal of the Federal Carbon Tax in the Alberta Court of Appeals, and the decision of Teck to withdraw their approval of the Frontier Oilsands mine. And why did someone call the police on Deirdre?</div>Wed, 26 Feb 2020 02:50:46 +0000tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/766653763Political RnD PodcastPolitical RnD PodcastEp23 - The Hangover is Realhttps://audioboom.com/posts/7432172
3147nofullFri, 22 Nov 2019 20:24:34 +0000tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/717043165Political RnD PodcastPolitical RnD PodcastEp22 - Electile Dysfunctionhttps://audioboom.com/posts/7401790
2142yesfullNo, we didn't die, it just felt that way with this election campaign. We're back again with our highlights, lowlights, and a prediction of the outcomes and tricks and treats we can expect from the election today. <div>No, we didn't die, it just felt that way with this election campaign. We're back again with our highlights, lowlights, and a prediction of the outcomes and tricks and treats we can expect from the election today. </div>Mon, 21 Oct 2019 13:09:45 +0000tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/699532939Political RnD PodcastPolitical RnD PodcastEp21 - (Bill) 21 May be Legal... But it's a Gamblehttps://audioboom.com/posts/7362460
3062nofullDeirdre and Robbie are joined by lawyers Ishat Reza and Humera Jabir to discuss Quebec's Bill 21 - the so-called "religious symbols" bill that restricts the wearing of religious symbols in Quebec's public sector.<div>Deirdre and Robbie are joined by lawyers Ishat Reza and Humera Jabir to discuss Quebec's Bill 21 - the so-called "religious symbols" bill that restricts the wearing of religious symbols in Quebec's public sector.</div>Sun, 08 Sep 2019 22:55:17 +0000tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/678249075Political RnD PodcastPolitical RnD PodcastEp20 - Burn it to the Groundhttps://audioboom.com/posts/7359573
2006nofullA cabal of stale, pale, and male journalists share their thoughts on politics in Canada. Some hits, some miss, all entertaining. We look at the collection of five op-eds from the last week of August. <div>A cabal of stale, pale, and male journalists share their thoughts on politics in Canada. Some hits, some miss, all entertaining. We look at the collection of five op-eds from the last week of August. </div>Wed, 04 Sep 2019 17:38:36 +0000tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/676304165Political RnD PodcastPolitical RnD PodcastEp19 - You've Got It... The Right Stuffhttps://audioboom.com/posts/7358711
2611nofullThe UCP Government has been using "expert" panels galore to inform some of its more contentious policy decisions. We dig into the details of why.<div>The UCP Government has been using "expert" panels galore to inform some of its more contentious policy decisions. We dig into the details of why.</div>Wed, 04 Sep 2019 01:09:12 +0000tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/676009583Political RnD PodcastPolitical RnD PodcastEp18 - Born This Wayhttps://audioboom.com/posts/7351822
3034yesfullRobbie & Deirdre discuss the topic of conversion therapy which has been making news at all three levels of government recently. We discuss what the practice is, how it affects people, where it is being practiced, and why it's newsworthy, as well as responses by the federal, provincial, and municipal governments.<div>Robbie &amp; Deirdre discuss the topic of conversion therapy which has been making news at all three levels of government recently. We discuss what the practice is, how it affects people, where it is being practiced, and why it's newsworthy, as well as responses by the federal, provincial, and municipal governments.</div>Mon, 26 Aug 2019 16:25:02 +0000tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/671256140Political RnD PodcastPolitical RnD PodcastEp17 - Karma Chameleonhttps://audioboom.com/posts/7343853
4502yesfullRobbie & Deirdre go head to head on the Federal Ethics Commissioner's report on Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's violation of the Conflict of Interest Act and look at whether he got it right, how PMJT could have escaped more unscathed, and what this means for the election. We also touch on partisan accountability and Charles Adler.<div>Robbie &amp; Deirdre go head to head on the Federal Ethics Commissioner's report on Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's violation of the Conflict of Interest Act and look at whether he got it right, how PMJT could have escaped more unscathed, and what this means for the election. We also touch on partisan accountability and Charles Adler.</div>Fri, 16 Aug 2019 10:39:27 +0000tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/666625376Political RnD PodcastPolitical RnD PodcastEp15- Law & Disorderhttps://audioboom.com/posts/7321040
1594nofullFri, 19 Jul 2019 22:30:29 +0000tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/653687948Political RnD PodcastPolitical RnD PodcastEp14- No Home Improvementhttps://audioboom.com/posts/7312360
1830nofullJason Kenney promised to raise the level of decorum in the Legislature. So why are MLAs wearing earplugs during debates? He also promised to renew investor confidence, but we've seen him tear up numerous contracts, and cause a world-leading AI company to withhold investment in Calgary's downtown core.Jason Kenney promised to raise the level of decorum in the Legislature. So why are MLAs wearing earplugs during debates? He also promised to renew investor confidence, but we've seen him tear up numerous contracts, and cause a world-leading AI company to withhold investment in Calgary's downtown core.Wed, 10 Jul 2019 13:28:42 +0000tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/649086062Political RnD PodcastPolitical RnD PodcastEp13- Everybody Loves Mediahttps://audioboom.com/posts/7311298
2723nofullWe discuss the role of traditional and new media in political discourse and why there may be an erosion of trust with mainstream media. We talk about two significant retractions from Global News and a massive lapse in truth from Calgary Herald columnist Rick Bell.We discuss the role of traditional and new media in political discourse and why there may be an erosion of trust with mainstream media. We talk about two significant retractions from Global News and a massive lapse in truth from Calgary Herald columnist Rick Bell.Tue, 09 Jul 2019 12:57:05 +0000tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/648582071Political RnD PodcastPolitical RnD PodcastEp11.4- Midday Oilhttps://audioboom.com/posts/7308695
2382nofullWe discuss the re-re-approval of the TMX Pipeline and who wins and who loses with a look at the outcome from the perspective of environmentalists, the BC NDP, Prime Minister Trudeau, Alberta, Indigenous objectors, and the BC Green Party.We discuss the re-re-approval of the TMX Pipeline and who wins and who loses with a look at the outcome from the perspective of environmentalists, the BC NDP, Prime Minister Trudeau, Alberta, Indigenous objectors, and the BC Green Party.Fri, 05 Jul 2019 15:27:03 +0000tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/646667142Political RnD PodcastPolitical RnD PodcastEp11.3- My Chemical or Organic Romancehttps://audioboom.com/posts/7308623
1208nofullWe discuss the proposal(s) for a national pharmacare plan, and Robbie makes a suggestion on how the Liberals could sell the pricey cost of implementation to the business crowd.We discuss the proposal(s) for a national pharmacare plan, and Robbie makes a suggestion on how the Liberals could sell the pricey cost of implementation to the business crowd.Fri, 05 Jul 2019 13:47:21 +0000tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/646630764Political RnD PodcastPolitical RnD PodcastEp11.2- Men Without Strawshttps://audioboom.com/posts/7302031
900nofullWe discuss the announcement by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau of a single-use plastics ban and his response to a question as to what his family was doing to reduce their usage and the outlandish responses that followed.We discuss the announcement by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau of a single-use plastics ban and his response to a question as to what his family was doing to reduce their usage and the outlandish responses that followed.Fri, 28 Jun 2019 03:56:02 +0000tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/643237002Political RnD PodcastPolitical RnD PodcastEp12 - Dirty Little Secret Identity - Neil Before Zod Interviewhttps://audioboom.com/posts/7301476
2777yesfull(Full Length) - We interview Twitter personality Neil Before Zod after he was doxxed by a Canadian publication for his online advocacy that some have described as a toxic sewer pipe and talk about his decision to disclose his identity, how he started his punditry, and why he started out anonymously. <div>(Full Length) - We interview Twitter personality Neil Before Zod after he was doxxed by a Canadian publication for his online advocacy that some have described as a toxic sewer pipe and talk about his decision to disclose his identity, how he started his punditry, and why he started out anonymously. </div>Thu, 27 Jun 2019 14:23:59 +0000tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/642857166Political RnD PodcastPolitical RnD PodcastEp11.1 - Rage Against Elections Canadahttps://audioboom.com/posts/7300927
1480yesfullDeirdre & Robbie discuss the CPC campaign to discredit Elections Canada and what may be motivating their activities beyond a genuine concern for electoral integrity.Deirdre &amp; Robbie discuss the CPC campaign to discredit Elections Canada and what may be motivating their activities beyond a genuine concern for electoral integrity.Thu, 27 Jun 2019 03:16:37 +0000tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/642669642Political RnD PodcastPolitical RnD PodcastEp10.3 - As The Legislature Spins Us Right Roundhttps://audioboom.com/posts/7293555
1781nofullDeirdre & Robbie discuss some of the Bills brought forth in the recent week in the Alberta Legislature, talk about the Minister of Whatever, Jason Kenney's promise to bring back 55,000 jobs, and more!Deirdre &amp; Robbie discuss some of the Bills brought forth in the recent week in the Alberta Legislature, talk about the Minister of Whatever, Jason Kenney's promise to bring back 55,000 jobs, and more!Wed, 19 Jun 2019 13:53:13 +0000tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/639012195Political RnD PodcastPolitical RnD PodcastEp10.2 - If I Had 2 Billion Dollarshttps://audioboom.com/posts/7292299
1091nofullRobbie and Deirdre examine the lost revenue since the UCP took power in Alberta, and talk about the evolution of conservatism and fiscal responsibility in Alberta.<div>Robbie and Deirdre examine the lost revenue since the UCP took power in Alberta, and talk about the evolution of conservatism and fiscal responsibility in Alberta.</div>Tue, 18 Jun 2019 11:25:13 +0000tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/638470173Political RnD PodcastPolitical RnD PodcastEp10.1 - War, What is It Good For?https://audioboom.com/posts/7291184
1350yesfullDeirdre & Robbie discuss Alberta's Energy War Room and what it's expecting to accomplish and what it needs to do to succeed. Spoiler alert: It's more about starting wars than finishing them.Deirdre &amp; Robbie discuss Alberta's Energy War Room and what it's expecting to accomplish and what it needs to do to succeed. Spoiler alert: It's more about starting wars than finishing them.Mon, 17 Jun 2019 13:15:51 +0000tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/637978083Political RnD PodcastPolitical RnD PodcastEp9 - Federal Politics Primerhttps://audioboom.com/posts/7282464
3709nofullRobbie has opinions about federal politics and he's not shy about sharing them in this podcast. Who has a God complex, which leader is a lame duck sitting, and who does he think will be the next Prime Minister of Canada? Listen in to find out all this and whether or not Deirdre's grass gets mowed.Robbie has opinions about federal politics and he's not shy about sharing them in this podcast. Who has a God complex, which leader is a lame duck sitting, and who does he think will be the next Prime Minister of Canada? Listen in to find out all this and whether or not Deirdre's grass gets mowed.Fri, 07 Jun 2019 04:08:46 +0000tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/633004056Political RnD PodcastPolitical RnD Podcast8: Ep8 - Alberta's Throne Speech & Bills, Bills, Billshttps://audioboom.com/posts/7276902
8Ep8 - Alberta's Throne Speech & Bills, Bills, Bills3496nofullDeirdre & Robbie discuss the first week of sitting of the new Legislature, including the Speech from the Throne, compare it to previous Throne Speeches from the NDP and the Peter Lougheed PCs, and talk about the first 3 government billsDeirdre &amp; Robbie discuss the first week of sitting of the new Legislature, including the Speech from the Throne, compare it to previous Throne Speeches from the NDP and the Peter Lougheed PCs, and talk about the first 3 government billsFri, 31 May 2019 15:16:59 +0000tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/629570514Political RnD PodcastPolitical RnD Podcast7: Ep7 - Free Speech in Today's Political Climatehttps://audioboom.com/posts/7262631
7Ep7 - Free Speech in Today's Political Climate3602nofullWith news that governments in Ontario and Alberta may mandate the adoption of the so-called Chicago Principles on Free Speech, we discuss whether this makes sense for Canada, what the implications may be, and what might be done to ensure that free speech is protected without infringing on the rights of others.With news that governments in Ontario and Alberta may mandate the adoption of the so-called Chicago Principles on Free Speech, we discuss whether this makes sense for Canada, what the implications may be, and what might be done to ensure that free speech is protected without infringing on the rights of others.Thu, 16 May 2019 07:18:23 +0000tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/621408591Political RnD PodcastPolitical RnD Podcast6: Ep6 - Cabinet Picks & Ontario Tripshttps://audioboom.com/posts/7256448
6Ep6 - Cabinet Picks & Ontario Trips3453nofullEp 6 - Cabinet Picks & Ontario Trips by Robbie KS & Deirdre MacLeanOne week ago, Premier Kenney and his new cabinet were sworn in in Alberta, and he promptly hopped a plane to Ontario. We talk about some of the controversial cabinet picks, what the Associate Ministers signal about priorities, and why Premier Kenney ran for the exit so quick.Ep 6 - Cabinet Picks &amp; Ontario Trips by Robbie KS &amp; Deirdre MacLeanThu, 09 May 2019 14:51:09 +0000tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/618025836Political RnD PodcastPolitical RnD Podcast5: Ep5 - Alberta Election Wrapuphttps://audioboom.com/posts/7256449
5Ep5 - Alberta Election Wrapup3835nofullWe discuss the highlights and lowlights of the 2019 Alberta General Election, what to expect from the UCP and NDP in their new roles, and the path forward for the Alberta Party.We discuss the highlights and lowlights of the 2019 Alberta General Election, what to expect from the UCP and NDP in their new roles, and the path forward for the Alberta Party.Wed, 24 Apr 2019 04:37:33 +0000tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/610569141Political RnD PodcastPolitical RnD Podcast4: Ep4 - Court Cases, Friendly Fire, & Jobs Jobs Jobs!https://audioboom.com/posts/7256450
4Ep4 - Court Cases, Friendly Fire, & Jobs Jobs Jobs!3110nofullWe discuss the week 2/3 happenings in the Alberta Election including the application for a court injunction in the kamikaze campaign plot, the Mark Smith controversy and Charles Adler's interview with Jason Kenney, and talk about the expected future for Alberta jobs & economy.We discuss the week 2/3 happenings in the Alberta Election including the application for a court injunction in the kamikaze campaign plot, the Mark Smith controversy and Charles Adler's interview with Jason Kenney, and talk about the expected future for Alberta jobs &amp; economy.Sat, 06 Apr 2019 20:38:05 +0000tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/602025675Political RnD PodcastPolitical RnD Podcast3: Ep3 - Alberta Election Week 1 - Winners & Losershttps://audioboom.com/posts/7256451
3Ep3 - Alberta Election Week 1 - Winners & Losers3941nofullWe look at the first week of the Alberta Election and pick our hits and misses for platform policy announcements for the top 5 political parties.We look at the first week of the Alberta Election and pick our hits and misses for platform policy announcements for the top 5 political parties.Mon, 25 Mar 2019 04:35:18 +0000tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/595399572Political RnD PodcastPolitical RnD Podcast2: Ep2 - Kamikaze? Kenneykaze? KamiKenney?https://audioboom.com/posts/7256452
2Ep2 - Kamikaze? Kenneykaze? KamiKenney?3513nofullPolitical RnD Podcast Ep2 - Kamikaze? Kenneykaze? KamiKenney? by Robbie KS & Deirdre MacLeanPolitical RnD Podcast Ep2 - Kamikaze? Kenneykaze? KamiKenney? by Robbie KS &amp; Deirdre MacLeanMon, 18 Mar 2019 05:08:35 +0000tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/591793548Political RnD PodcastPolitical RnD Podcast1: Ep1 - Intro & Pre-Election Rumours and Rumbleshttps://audioboom.com/posts/7256453
1Ep1 - Intro & Pre-Election Rumours and Rumbles4323nofullRobbie & Deirdre introduce themselves, talk about the podcast and what to expect from it, and examine current events and rumours in Alberta politics for the week ending March 17th, 2019.Robbie &amp; Deirdre introduce themselves, talk about the podcast and what to expect from it, and examine current events and rumours in Alberta politics for the week ending March 17th, 2019.Fri, 15 Mar 2019 06:18:47 +0000tag:soundcloud,2010:tracks/590377482Political RnD PodcastPolitical RnD Podcast